Police and Jerusalem and Magen David Adom emergency service were preparing to provide security and medical services during the funeral. Many of the city’s streets were closed to traffic, including the eastern entrance to the capital (Route 1).

Jerusalem’s light rail train lines were altered and the police have asked motorists to avoid entering and leaving the city if possible. The police have also set up an information hotline. Its number is 1-700-553-100.

Jerusalem mayor Nir Barkat has pledged in recent months that Yosef will be commemorated in the city.

We here at Americans Stand with Israel and all our friends in the USA see your sorrow and hear your grief, dear Israel. We mourn with you. May Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's memory be blessed, forever and ever. Amen and Amen!